Posts by Allison Heppner
Danis Cammett
Danis Cammett I have received the great privilege of being able to conduct an independent research abroad assignment in Bosnia and Herzegovina. My project, titled “This will be Our Switzerland: Nation Building in Bosnia and Herzegovina”, focuses on western (specifically American) efforts to democratize and build up the nation since its deadly war in the…
Read MoreMark Nzasi
Mark Nzasi I would like to thank those who made it possible for me to receive the Professional Development Grant for the Spring semester of 2024. Utilizing this resource, I was able to travel to the Eastern Psychology Association and present my research for the first time at a national conference! This was an incredible…
Read MoreCassidy Snyder
Cassidy Snyder During my time abroad, I had the incredible opportunity to see historical sites and artifacts that enriched my understanding of history beyond the classroom. As a history major, witnessing centuries-old landmarks in person was an awe-inspiring experience. Studying American politics from an international perspective provided valuable insight into how the U.S. is viewed…
Read MoreCatherine Li
Catherine Li During my Spring 2024 semester, I had the special opportunity to go to South Korea as an exchange student for the renowned Ewha Women’s University. Within the University, I was able to meet many international friends and fully immerse myself within the busy metropolis of Seoul. During my time there, I got to…
Read MoreThe Crown Highlighted in SU Media News Story
The Crown Highlighted in SU Media News Story The Renée Crown Honors Program’s student-run research journal, The Crown, was recently featured in an SU news story! The Crown was mentioned alongside other student-run media organizations such as CitrusTV, Z89, and Baked Magazine. Marketing director Amani Moses ’24 discussed how the publication contributed to her professional…
Read MoreAbi Handel
Abi Handel I had the opportunity to shadow at Europe’s top-ranked children’s hospital, Istituto Giannina Gaslini, in Genova, Italy. This program placed me in an apartment with 3 other pre-medical students from around the US. There were 8 total US students doing the program, and we got to know each other very well over the…
Read MoreJulia Fancher
Julia Fancher With the Honors Internship Grant, I was able to travel to South Africa and work with the nonprofit organization Inkululeko. In addition to working with local learners after school, I completed a project that showcased future educational opportunities. Our projects were designed to have a lasting impact beyond our time in South Africa…
Read MoreSarah Mednick
Sarah Mednick My experience in Florence was everything I hoped it would be and more. My main goal was to expand on my language skills in Italian. I can confidently say I am conversationally fluent. I made a deep and lifelong connection with my wonderful host mother (and her dog and cat), whom I still…
Read MoreLily Newman
Lily Newman I spent my semester abroad, living in Florence and traveling around Europe. I got to visit incredible museums and cities, ate amazing food, and got to know other students from Syracuse and other schools. I loved all of my classes, especially Italian Mafia and Italy: Past, Present, and Future Challenges. I got to…
Read MoreSierra Zaccagnino
Sierra Zaccagnino This past semester, I studied abroad in London, England, where I attended Syracuse’s London Center to complete my fashion communication courses and participate in the internship program as a digital marketing intern for an organic beauty company. Throughout my time in the United Kingdom, I attended multiple experiential learning trips with Syracuse, such…
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